Porsche 911

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, Online Auction 26th February on Thursday the 26th of February. , BackgroundIt is often said that each decade received the Porsche 911 it deserved and yet it remains today the only sports car that still retains styling elements that are identifiable 60 years on. Launched in 1994, the 993 Series marked the end of aircooled 911 production and Porsches engineers redesigned their standardbearing model from the ground up, to such an extent that only around 20% of its parts were carried over from the previous generation. British designer, Tony Hatters, penmanship effortlessly combined subtlety and road presence for a changing demographic with an expansive option list to match the individuals enthusiasm at a time when the right 'image' was deemed as important as performance.Naturally, there was more power from the 3.6litre M64 engines but, along with the increase in performance, came a brandnew allalloy subframe carrying coil and wishbone rear suspension, finally banishing the dreaded liftoff oversteer. For the first time, all models were offered with either a 6speed manual transmission or a 4speed Tiptronic gearbox for those who preferred two pedals.The 1996 model year marked the introduction of the Varioram induction system to the Porsche 911 Carrera range. Designed to improve torque delivery and drivability across the rev range, Varioram technology enhanced the performance characteristics of the aircooled flatsix engine while retaining the traditional mechanical feel that defines the era.The CarThis beautiful fourwheel drive 911 Carrera 4 coup was supplied new by Porsche dealer Chapel Gate of Dorset and first registered on 1st November 1995. It is finished in Midnight Blue Metallic with a Classic Grey Leather interior and matching grey carpets with electric Sports Seats, an electric sunroof, airconditioning, electric windows and mirrors, as well as a Blaupunkt stereo/CD player with Bluetooth functionality.Power comes from the aircooled Varioram M64 3.6litre flatsix engine generating 285bhp fed to all four wheels through the 6speed manual gearbox and the car features powerassisted steering, ABS brakes, and sits handsomely on a set of 18" Inch Turbo Twist alloys.The vendor reports that the car is in excellent condition throughout with an excellent interior and almost unmarked bodywork and appears to have been exceptionally well maintained by all its owners, with the current custodian having enjoyed it since 2016.The car has covered an indicated 83,400 miles from new, is supplied with a full service history with Porsche main dealers and specialists, and benefits from a recent service and fresh MOT. With its allwheel drive system, renowned handling, and big ABS brakes, it offers performance with safety in any conditions perfect for the British summer!*The Cherished Registration Number in our images, B1 PEB, does not form part of the sale.*More Details to follow. Location: East SussexPhotography: ProfessionalSeller: Private